Windows 10’s big November update is a lot smaller than usual
PC users are all in a tizzy about the new Windows 11 that just dropped but don't forget, Microsoft is still supporting Windows 10 until at least 2025.
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Chip shortages may wipe out holiday PC sales, Intel warns
Intel claims that ongoing chip shortages mean that PC vendors expect to prioritise more expensive models during the holiday shopping season.
JetBrains unveils Qodana code quality platform for CI/CD
Qodana code quality monitoring platform integrates with IntelliJ IDE and supports Java and Kotlin, with JVM and non-JVM also in the works.
Microsoft’s F# 6 boosts performance, ease
Design goals for the new version were to make it simpler, more performant, easier to learn, and more uniform and interoperable with other .NET languages.
The persistence of database time
Database popularity rises and falls over decades, not years. The databases that developers are interested in trying today may permeate the enterprises of the future.
Business travellers set to fly as Singapore-Australia travel bubble emerges
Business travellers and vaccinated students to be among the first people with the right to travel freely between the two countries.
5 potential pitfalls of edge computing
Edge computing has many upsides including better near-real-time response and analytics for IoT, but it’s far from plug and play.
New security technique could pinpoint supply chain compromises
Researchers at Splunk outline a technique that could detect malicious activity in the software supply chain, but with some limitations.
Google Cloud, Salesforce, SAP and co help CIOs manage greenhouse gas emissions
Technology giants are making it easier for CIOs to manage greenhouse gas emissions, not just in the server room but across the whole enterprise.
Oracle channels cloud growth via Nextgen in Singapore
Oracle has signed a distribution agreement with Nextgen in Singapore, tasking the newly launched business with building out cloud capabilities via the partner ecosystem.
Decline in ransomware claims could spark change for cyber insurance
New data highlighting fluctuations relating to ransomware attack and payment claims indicates significant shifts in the cyber threat landscape.
Microsoft makes virtual healthcare visits easier to manage in Teams
Microsoft has announced updates to its Teams collaboration app aimed at front-line workers, including enhancements to the virtual visit experience.
Chip shortage is hurting Intel laptop sales now, too
Intel has reported its third-quarter earnings which included a note that its laptop PC business was hurt by a shortfall of unidentified components.
Microsoft previews Visual Studio Code for the Web
Browser-based code editor does have limitations, company warns, but the coding experience is nearly identical to the desktop for web languages.
Server-side request forgery attacks explained and how to defend against them
SSRF attacks consist of an attacker tricking the server into making an unauthorised request. Defending against them can be relatively easy.
7 skills CIOs use in vendor and partner negotiations
Negotiation skills are fast becoming a CIO imperative. Here’s how to turn a single, initial purchase into a mutually beneficial, long-term partnership.
FPT’s international business blooms in COVID aftermath
Vietnamese IT services group FPT has seen sales surge in its major overseas markets, especially in the United States and Europe.
AI, cloud, hybrid work headline Gartner’s top tech trends for 2022
The C-suite’s recognition of IT as an engine for business transformation rages on, with CIOs taking centre stage in improving digital experiences and advancing digital solutions.
Asana takes aim at the enterprise with new workflow features
The task management platform is rolling out a host of new capabilities aimed at improving collaboration and security for its enterprise customers.
Global IT spending to top $4T in 2022, according to Gartner
Gartner says IT budgets are growing at the fastest clip in 10 years, fuelled by purchases of infrastructure software and devices.
Working together to build better sustainability
One of the most pressing concerns facing humanity today is our impact on the environment. A lot has been said about carbon emissions and climate change, but these are not the only concerns, and indeed, in some parts of the world concern for plastics in the oceans even outweighs concern over climate change. According to a report by UNESCO, if something isn’t done urgently to stem the tide, there will be more plastic in the world’s oceans than fish. This is simply unsustainable. It has become incumbent on all responsible companies to look at what they can do to address waste, encourage recycling and drive greater sustainability with the consumption of plastics and other materials.. Read more
